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ITA Airways offers status matches for frequent flyers from 19 airlines, including a 10,000-point bonus. The Volare program lets passengers outside Italy earn elite status in SkyTeam with perks across carriers. A simple registration process allows applicants to submit status match requests for recognition within 60 days.
Jimmy Buffett, a renowned musician with over 30 albums and nine platinum records, also had a notable passion for aviation. With a net worth exceeding $1 billion, Buffett's success extended beyond music into various business ventures, including investments in the Margaritaville restaurant and hotel chain.
An American Airlines first-class passenger caused a stir by sitting in the bulkhead row with her feet propped up on the wall, barefoot. Another passenger captured a photo and commented that American's planes "aren’t [passenger] bedrooms." The incident highlighted ongoing concerns about in-flight etiquette.
Eight China Southern Airlines pilots have successfully completed their C919 training with a 100% pass rate. The airline has ordered 100 C919 aircraft, becoming the last major Chinese airline to do so. The first delivery of the C919 to China Southern Airlines is anticipated in August 2024.
A coalition of aviation and industry groups is urging Congress to alter the funding mechanism for modernizing and upgrading the National Airspace System (NAS). Spearheaded by the General Aviation Manufacturers Association and Airlines for America, 26 organizations have proposed changes to the administration of the Aviation and Airways Trust Fund. These changes aim to provide the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) with greater flexibility in allocating funds.
Agile Combat Employment (ACE) has emerged as a key strategy within NATO's air operations, aimed at enhancing resilience and survivability while maintaining air combat power.
Hawker 4000 operators now have the option to install a fully integrated Future Air Navigation System (FANS) and Protected Mode Controller Pilot Data Link Communication (PM-CPDLC).
American Airlines has made significant changes to its AAdvantage Business program, a move following the departure of Chief Commercial Officer Vasu Raja. Raja had previously led a strategy aimed at reducing managed business travel by not offering discounts to companies, asserting that filling planes without these discounts would be more profitable and cost-effective.
The European Union is taking significant steps to address climate change with its legally binding requirements for industries, aiming for climate neutrality by 2050.
Conidia Bioscience has launched a new test kit designed to swiftly identify microbial contamination in jet fuel.
Audio Authority has announced the release of the White Lightning SmartGPU, which features an advanced user interface, remote operation and control via a mobile device app, and an option for full-time battery maintenance charging.
Qantas has initiated the first non-stop flights between Perth and Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) on July 12, marking a significant milestone timed with the Olympics in France. The route, spanning 7,702 nautical miles (14,264 km), is among the world's longest non-stop scheduled services and is operated using Boeing 787-9 aircraft. The flight originates in Sydney, making stops in Perth before continuing to Paris. This service marks Qantas' return to Paris after a 20-year hiatus.
The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card currently has a limited-time offer that surpasses the previous one for Venture X. The earlier promotion included 75,000 bonus miles after $4,000 in purchases within three months.
Erich Alfred Hartmann downed 352 Allied aircraft in 825 combat occasions. Ivan Nikitovich Kozhedub became the highest-scoring Soviet pilot during World War II. Marmaduke Thomas St John Pattle shot down 20 aircraft in March 1941. Fighting aces in World War II were based on the number of kills, downed aircraft, and overall victories that individuals claimed. While the exact criteria of an ace vary by region, it is given to individuals who have shot down five or more aircraft during World War II operations. This article captures the top five fighter aces of World War II.
Former astronaut Gen. Joe Engle died on July 10 at the age of 91. Engle was an accomplished Air Force pilot with the distinction of flying two different winged spacecraft, the X-15 and the Space Shuttle. Beyond that, he flew 185 aircraft and accumulated 15,400 hours, including the first operational shuttle flight and another later on.
Donald Trump announced his running mate on Monday and also introduced a new campaign aircraft. According to various reports, Vance will be using a 22-year-old Boeing 737-800 (N917XA) for the campaign trail. The aircraft was previously operated by IAERO Airlines, which ceased operations in April of this year. Over its service life, the plane has been used by various airlines and charter services and is likely configured with a two-class interior rather than the luxurious fittings of Trump's 757.
Audio Authority, a U.S.-based leader in electronics design and manufacturing since 1976, has announced the launch of its newest evolution of the White Lightning brand of ground power units – the SmartGPU. Designed to meet the needs of a wide range of general aviation aircraft, from piston-powered planes to mid-size business jets, the SmartGPU aims to set new standards in power, control, safety, and convenience.
Delta Air Lines has achieved partial success in lobbying the federal government to approve new 'beyond perimeter' slots at Washington's National Airport. Currently, flights at the airport are capped and assigned to specific airlines, with no flights permitted beyond 1,250 miles without an exemption slot.
Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has appointed Smitha Hariharan as vice president and chief sustainability officer, effective immediately. In this newly created role, Hariharan will help drive Gulfstream’s sustainable transformation and stated industry goals by aligning its business strategies with sustainability principles while creating long-term value through impactful thought leadership.
Hartzell Aviation is preparing for the upcoming EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, scheduled from July 22 to 28. Attendees can expect a diverse lineup featuring innovative planes and propellers, renowned airshow pilots, and exclusive deals for backcountry and kit plane flyers.